What You'll Learn
- Strategies to find your balance and confidence in the center while en pointe.
- Variations of pas de bourrée and transitions like tombé and sous-sus.
- Techniques for improving control and fluidity during adagio and port de bras.
- Tips for playing with movement to reduce stress and improve musicality.
- Proper alignment for rolling down through the feet and landing securely.
About This Video
Transitioning from the stability of the barre to the freedom of the center is a significant milestone for any dancer en pointe. At Broche Ballet, we believe that this transition should be as much about exploration and joy as it is about technical precision. This specialized class, "Venturing Off the Barre: Explore & Play," is designed to help you build the confidence and control needed to execute pointework in open space.
Throughout this session, we dive into foundational center movements, focusing on finding your center of gravity without the safety net of the barre. You will practice essential steps such as pas de bourrée variations, tombé, and sous-sus, all while emphasizing a sense of playfulness. By "breaking the rules" slightly and focusing on how your feet feel against the floor, you can overcome the mental hurdles often associated with center work.
Our curriculum covers adagio movements to improve your sustained control and timing. We explore port de bras and développé to enhance your upper-body fluidity and balance. A key focus is placed on transitions—learning how to roll down through the feet into a plié or transition through a tendu with grace and stability.
These nuances are what transform mechanical movement into beautiful dance artistry. Whether you are practicing chaînés or mastering a turn from an arabesque position, this class provides the tools to refine your alignment and posture. We encourage you to take a moment to "dive over the legs," connecting with your shoes and your body to find a sense of calm amidst the challenge.
Join us at Broche Ballet to unlock a new level of freedom and artistry in your pointework as you leave the barre behind and find your strength in the center.
